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tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/831560137114 The End of The ConcertSun, 31 May 2020 11:02:07 +0000https://soundcloud.com/bulgarian-history-podcast/the-end-of-the-concert
00:34:16Eric HalseynoAs the political fallout from the failed revolutions of 1848 reverberates throughout Europe, its impact finally reached Bulgaria as refugees flood the region around Vidin and help trigger an uprising there. Meanwhile, the cracks in the Concert of Europe are finally beginning to show as France, Britain, and Russia all push hard to see their own interests upheld within the Ottoman Empire. As conflict looms, what will become of the conservative order that's fought to uphold the Ottoman status quo against Bulgarian fights for independence?
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You can find images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/post/114-the-end-of-the-concertAs the political fallout from the failed revoluti…As the political fallout from the failed revolutions of 1848 reverberates throughout Europe, its impact finally reached Bulgaria as refugees flood the region around Vidin and help trigger an uprising there. Meanwhile, the cracks in the Concert of Europe are finally beginning to show as France, Britain, and Russia all push hard to see their own interests upheld within the Ottoman Empire. As conflict looms, what will become of the conservative order that's fought to uphold the Ottoman status quo against Bulgarian fights for independence?
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You can find images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/post/114-the-end-of-the-concerttag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/821615623113 The Spring of NationsSat, 16 May 2020 09:04:04 +0000https://soundcloud.com/bulgarian-history-podcast/the-spring-of-nations
00:29:53Eric HalseynoAfter the Great Powers of Europe spend the post-Napoleonic decades suppressing revolutionary movements in Ottoman lands, they finally face a revolution of their own. Meanwhile, Bulgarians engage in a ferocious political battle with the Greek-dominated Patriarchate and continue the steady work of building the Bulgarian Revival. With Europe rising up and demanding more democratic nation states, what will become of Bulgaria's demand for the same?
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You can find images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/post/113-the-spring-of-nationsAfter the Great Powers of Europe spend the post-N…After the Great Powers of Europe spend the post-Napoleonic decades suppressing revolutionary movements in Ottoman lands, they finally face a revolution of their own. Meanwhile, Bulgarians engage in a ferocious political battle with the Greek-dominated Patriarchate and continue the steady work of building the Bulgarian Revival. With Europe rising up and demanding more democratic nation states, what will become of Bulgaria's demand for the same?
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You can find images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/post/113-the-spring-of-nationstag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/808047205112 TanzimatMon, 27 Apr 2020 08:12:27 +0000https://soundcloud.com/bulgarian-history-podcast/tanzimat
00:23:19Eric HalseynoAs the young Abdulmejid I takes the throne, he has to immediately contend with the "Eastern Crisis" of 1840. Meanwhile, he launches the Tanzimat reforms, kicking off a continuation of his fathers reforms which trigger yet more revolts in Bulgaria and beyond. Now, more than ever, these revolts are being spearheaded by a growing young class of professional revolutionaries. Meanwhile, elsewhere in Bulgaria, yet more books are published, schools are opened, and anger with the Greek-dominated Orthodox Church deepens.
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You can find images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/post/112-tanzimatAs the young Abdulmejid I takes the throne, he ha…As the young Abdulmejid I takes the throne, he has to immediately contend with the "Eastern Crisis" of 1840. Meanwhile, he launches the Tanzimat reforms, kicking off a continuation of his fathers reforms which trigger yet more revolts in Bulgaria and beyond. Now, more than ever, these revolts are being spearheaded by a growing young class of professional revolutionaries. Meanwhile, elsewhere in Bulgaria, yet more books are published, schools are opened, and anger with the Greek-dominated Orthodox Church deepens.
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You can find images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/post/112-tanzimattag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/807428593111 Rebellions All the Way DownSun, 26 Apr 2020 11:10:05 +0000https://soundcloud.com/bulgarian-history-podcast/111-rebellions-all-the-way-down
00:33:57Eric HalseynoAs the Bulgarian National Revival ramps up with more and more books being published, rebellions break out throughout the Balkans. Mahmud's reforms trigger elites angry about their status being threatened and Balkan Christians angry the reforms are not being implemented. Meanwhile, Sultan Mahmud II is feeling confident that his reformed military can take on the Egyptians.
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You can find images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/post/111-rebellions-all-the-way-downAs the Bulgarian National Revival ramps up with m…As the Bulgarian National Revival ramps up with more and more books being published, rebellions break out throughout the Balkans. Mahmud's reforms trigger elites angry about their status being threatened and Balkan Christians angry the reforms are not being implemented. Meanwhile, Sultan Mahmud II is feeling confident that his reformed military can take on the Egyptians.
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You can find images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/post/111-rebellions-all-the-way-downtag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/773702719110 “The start of the Balkan tragedy”Tue, 10 Mar 2020 13:05:56 +0000https://soundcloud.com/bulgarian-history-podcast/110-the-start-of-the-balkan-tragedy
00:33:57Eric HalseynoIn the aftermath of the fighting over Greece's independence, we take a moment to reflect on the stage being set for Bulgaria in the 19th century: the great power politics, mismatch between political dreams and realities, and changing Ottoman reality. Meanwhile, Egypt make a move to form an Empire and the Ottomans find an unlikely ally.
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You can find images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/post/110-the-start-of-the-balkan-tragedyIn the aftermath of the fighting over Greece's in…In the aftermath of the fighting over Greece's independence, we take a moment to reflect on the stage being set for Bulgaria in the 19th century: the great power politics, mismatch between political dreams and realities, and changing Ottoman reality. Meanwhile, Egypt make a move to form an Empire and the Ottomans find an unlikely ally.
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00:33:07Eric HalseynoAs the Greek situation in their war of independence looks worse and worse, Sultan Mahmud II finally executes his masterstroke to begin reforming the Empire. But, with European sentiments towards the Greeks and Ottomans changing, the geopolitics of the Balkans are about to change dramatically.
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You can find images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/post/109-the-auspicious-incidentAs the Greek situation in their war of independen…As the Greek situation in their war of independence looks worse and worse, Sultan Mahmud II finally executes his masterstroke to begin reforming the Empire. But, with European sentiments towards the Greeks and Ottomans changing, the geopolitics of the Balkans are about to change dramatically.
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You can find images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/post/109-the-auspicious-incidenttag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/767301820108 The Greek War of IndependenceThu, 27 Feb 2020 10:02:32 +0000https://soundcloud.com/bulgarian-history-podcast/108-the-greek-war-of-independence
00:32:36Eric HalseynoFollowing Serbia's successful revolt, the Greeks no see whether they can overcome the Ottoman military and Europe's newfound anti-revolutionary conservatism to gain their independence. Meanwhile, new wealth, stability, and writings are laying the groundwork for the Bulgarian National Revival.
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You can find images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/post/108-the-greek-war-of-independenceFollowing Serbia's successful revolt, the Greeks …Following Serbia's successful revolt, the Greeks no see whether they can overcome the Ottoman military and Europe's newfound anti-revolutionary conservatism to gain their independence. Meanwhile, new wealth, stability, and writings are laying the groundwork for the Bulgarian National Revival.
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00:31:33Eric HalseynoWith the end of the Napoleonic Wars, the European powers are defining a new way to relate to one another. Alongside this new "concert of Europe" comes a new distaste for revolutionary anti-Ottoman movements. In this new context, the Second Serbian Uprising will rise with a new leader and aim to fulfill at least some of the promises of the first. Meanwhile, the Ottoman Empire itself will finally begin to bring some peace and prosperity back to its Balkan territories.
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You can find images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/post/107-the-congress-of-viennaWith the end of the Napoleonic Wars, the European…With the end of the Napoleonic Wars, the European powers are defining a new way to relate to one another. Alongside this new "concert of Europe" comes a new distaste for revolutionary anti-Ottoman movements. In this new context, the Second Serbian Uprising will rise with a new leader and aim to fulfill at least some of the promises of the first. Meanwhile, the Ottoman Empire itself will finally begin to bring some peace and prosperity back to its Balkan territories.
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00:28:26Eric HalseynoAs the Serbian Uprising and the Napoleonic Wars rage, shifting alliances create new geopolitical realities before anyone can adapt. Meanwhile, the Ottomans frantically try to reform themselves to survive in this fast-changing world. Amidst the chaos, a new Sultan comes to power who may just have what it takes.
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You can find images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/post/106-karađorđeAs the Serbian Uprising and the Napoleonic Wars r…As the Serbian Uprising and the Napoleonic Wars rage, shifting alliances create new geopolitical realities before anyone can adapt. Meanwhile, the Ottomans frantically try to reform themselves to survive in this fast-changing world. Amidst the chaos, a new Sultan comes to power who may just have what it takes.
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You can find images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/post/106-karađorđetag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/743826304105 Looking Back on Ottoman Decline, Part 2Wed, 15 Jan 2020 13:21:43 +0000https://soundcloud.com/bulgarian-history-podcast/looking-back-on-ottoman-decline-part-2
00:30:37Eric HalseynoThis episode recaps the second half of Season 5, beginning with the 1683 Battle of Vienna and following how the 18th century fundamentally reshaped the Ottoman Empire as the central government lost power to the Janissaries and local Ayans as the Ottomans gradually lost territory.
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You can find images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/post/105-ottoman-decline-part-2This episode recaps the second half of Season 5, …This episode recaps the second half of Season 5, beginning with the 1683 Battle of Vienna and following how the 18th century fundamentally reshaped the Ottoman Empire as the central government lost power to the Janissaries and local Ayans as the Ottomans gradually lost territory.
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You can find images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/post/105-ottoman-decline-part-2tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/734963791104 Looking Back on Ottoman Decline, Part 1Sat, 28 Dec 2019 15:28:04 +0000https://soundcloud.com/bulgarian-history-podcast/104-looking-back-on-ottoman-decline-part-1
00:24:34Eric HalseynoThis episode recaps the first half of Season 5, beginning from the death of Suleiman and covering the long Ottoman wars with the Habsburgs, Safavids, Russians, and Principalities. In the process, we see how the Empire weakens as the Sultans lose power and the Janissaries gain it.
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You can find images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/post/104-ottoman-decline-part-1This episode recaps the first half of Season 5, b…This episode recaps the first half of Season 5, beginning from the death of Suleiman and covering the long Ottoman wars with the Habsburgs, Safavids, Russians, and Principalities. In the process, we see how the Empire weakens as the Sultans lose power and the Janissaries gain it.
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You can find images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/post/104-ottoman-decline-part-1tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/732945445103 An Aristocracy of Pig FarmersMon, 23 Dec 2019 16:19:12 +0000https://soundcloud.com/bulgarian-history-podcast/an-aristocracy-of-pig-farmers
00:24:24Eric HalseynoAs the Ottomans struggle to fight Janissary supremacy and rampant banditry within their own borders, the twists and turns of the Napoleonic Wars are throwing redrawing the map of Europe. In the midst of it all, new alliances will be created as the Serbs fight to gain their independence.
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You can find images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/post/103-an-aristocracy-of-pig-farmersAs the Ottomans struggle to fight Janissary supre…As the Ottomans struggle to fight Janissary supremacy and rampant banditry within their own borders, the twists and turns of the Napoleonic Wars are throwing redrawing the map of Europe. In the midst of it all, new alliances will be created as the Serbs fight to gain their independence.
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You can find images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/post/103-an-aristocracy-of-pig-farmerstag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/720728368102: Revolutions, Rebellions, and ReformsSat, 30 Nov 2019 13:57:26 +0000https://soundcloud.com/bulgarian-history-podcast/102-revolutions-rebellions-and-reforms
00:29:49Eric HalseynoWith internal rebellions and powerful empires at the gates, the Ottomans are looking weaker than ever. However, the entrance of a certain Napoleon Bonaparte onto the stage will reshape the entire European world, Ottomans included.
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You can find images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/post/revolutions-rebellions-reformsWith internal rebellions and powerful empires at …With internal rebellions and powerful empires at the gates, the Ottomans are looking weaker than ever. However, the entrance of a certain Napoleon Bonaparte onto the stage will reshape the entire European world, Ottomans included.
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You can find images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/post/revolutions-rebellions-reformstag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/720268222101 Küçük KaynarcaFri, 29 Nov 2019 11:29:01 +0000https://soundcloud.com/bulgarian-history-podcast/101-kucuk-kaynarca
00:32:15Eric HalseynoAs war between the Ottomans and the powerful Russian Empire intensifies, the resulting treaty will help redefine the Ottoman place in Europe and set in motion a set of Russian ambitions that defines Europe even today. Bulgaria for its part will find a new direction to look for aid as abuse at the hands of local Ottoman officials intensifies.
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You can find images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/post/101-küçük-kaynarcaAs war between the Ottomans and the powerful Russ…As war between the Ottomans and the powerful Russian Empire intensifies, the resulting treaty will help redefine the Ottoman place in Europe and set in motion a set of Russian ambitions that defines Europe even today. Bulgaria for its part will find a new direction to look for aid as abuse at the hands of local Ottoman officials intensifies.
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You can find images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/post/101-küçük-kaynarcatag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/693701347100 The Long Peace and the Brutal WarThu, 10 Oct 2019 12:13:00 +0000https://soundcloud.com/bulgarian-history-podcast/100-the-long-peace-and-the-brutal-war
00:30:13Eric HalseynoThe longest ever period of peace between the Ottomans and the European powers comes to an end just as Ottoman decentralization and increasing religious conservatism are making life unbearable for many Bulgarians. The resulting war will yet again reshape the Ottoman world, but will it bring any respite for Bulgaria?
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You can find images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/post/100-the-long-peace-and-the-brutal-warThe longest ever period of peace between the Otto…The longest ever period of peace between the Ottomans and the European powers comes to an end just as Ottoman decentralization and increasing religious conservatism are making life unbearable for many Bulgarians. The resulting war will yet again reshape the Ottoman world, but will it bring any respite for Bulgaria?
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00:28:52Eric HalseynoFor the first all, all of the neighboring empires of the Ottomans decide it's time to strike the weakened power. Meanwhile, further state decentralization is bringing abuses of power and unrest to Bulgarian lands as the groundwork for the coming national revival is slowly laid.
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You can find images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/post/099-hanging-onFor the first all, all of the neighboring empires…For the first all, all of the neighboring empires of the Ottomans decide it's time to strike the weakened power. Meanwhile, further state decentralization is bringing abuses of power and unrest to Bulgarian lands as the groundwork for the coming national revival is slowly laid.
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00:29:23Eric HalseynoFollowing the devastating losses of the Treaty if Karlowitz, the Ottomans enter a period of sumptuous consumption which begins to reshape the Empire politically, economically, and administratively. But the rest of the world isn't holding still as events quickly reshape the world to the East, bringing new wars to the Ottoman doorstep.
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You can find images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/post/098-the-tulip-eraFollowing the devastating losses of the Treaty if…Following the devastating losses of the Treaty if Karlowitz, the Ottomans enter a period of sumptuous consumption which begins to reshape the Empire politically, economically, and administratively. But the rest of the world isn't holding still as events quickly reshape the world to the East, bringing new wars to the Ottoman doorstep.
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00:30:59Eric HalseynoIn the aftermath of the Treaty of Karlowitz, the Ottomans have suffered perhaps the greatest series of setbacks in their history. With a new Sultan on the throne, the question of whether and how they can recover hangs in the air. It's the year 1700 and the world is changing fast. But, can the Ottomans change with it?
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You can find images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/post/097-a-new-centuryIn the aftermath of the Treaty of Karlowitz, the …In the aftermath of the Treaty of Karlowitz, the Ottomans have suffered perhaps the greatest series of setbacks in their history. With a new Sultan on the throne, the question of whether and how they can recover hangs in the air. It's the year 1700 and the world is changing fast. But, can the Ottomans change with it?
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You can find images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/post/097-a-new-centurytag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/671641691096 Uprisings, Enlighteners, and the Great Turkish WarTue, 27 Aug 2019 10:12:05 +0000https://soundcloud.com/bulgarian-history-podcast/096-uprisings-enlighteners-and-the-great-turkish-war
00:26:52Eric HalseynoAs the Austrian army closes in on Bulgarian lands, uprisings begin anew. But will the inspiration of men like Petar Parchevich and Petar Bogdan be enough? And when this long series of wars with the Ottomans finally comes to an end, what new world will emerge? In short, some things will change forever while others will stay exactly the same...
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You can find images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/post/096-uprisings-enlighteners-great-turkish-warAs the Austrian army closes in on Bulgarian lands…As the Austrian army closes in on Bulgarian lands, uprisings begin anew. But will the inspiration of men like Petar Parchevich and Petar Bogdan be enough? And when this long series of wars with the Ottomans finally comes to an end, what new world will emerge? In short, some things will change forever while others will stay exactly the same...
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You can find images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/post/096-uprisings-enlighteners-great-turkish-wartag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/661376204095 The Second Tarnovo UprisingMon, 05 Aug 2019 13:39:19 +0000https://soundcloud.com/bulgarian-history-podcast/095-the-second-tarnovo-uprising
00:30:33Eric HalseynoAs the Great Turkish War expands and intensifies, the Ottomans are pushed back on nearly every front. Greece and Hungary see historic changes as palace intrigue struggles to cope with the disasters facing the Ottomans. But is it all enough for a new Bulgarian uprising to find success?
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You can find images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/post/095-the-second-tarnovo-uprisingAs the Great Turkish War expands and intensifies,…As the Great Turkish War expands and intensifies, the Ottomans are pushed back on nearly every front. Greece and Hungary see historic changes as palace intrigue struggles to cope with the disasters facing the Ottomans. But is it all enough for a new Bulgarian uprising to find success?
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You can find images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/post/095-the-second-tarnovo-uprisingtag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/657558260094 The Siege of ViennaSun, 28 Jul 2019 11:06:41 +0000https://soundcloud.com/bulgarian-history-podcast/the-siege-of-vienna
00:25:27Eric HalseynoDespite a recent failed attack on Austria, Ottoman support for Protestant Hungarian Rebels against the Austrians has made war inevitable. As the largest Ottoman army ever assembled arrives at the gates of Vienna, the most consequential clash in a century begins.
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You can find images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/post/094-the-siege-of-viennaDespite a recent failed attack on Austria, Ottoma…Despite a recent failed attack on Austria, Ottoman support for Protestant Hungarian Rebels against the Austrians has made war inevitable. As the largest Ottoman army ever assembled arrives at the gates of Vienna, the most consequential clash in a century begins.
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You can find images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/post/094-the-siege-of-viennatag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/653885834093 March to EuropeSat, 20 Jul 2019 12:16:02 +0000https://soundcloud.com/bulgarian-history-podcast/093-march-to-europe
00:24:19Eric HalseynoAs the Venetian war in Crete winds down, new ones pop up with the Hapsburgs, Poles, and Russians. The Ottomans, led by the Köprülü Viziers are still expanding their territory and reforming themselves, but how long can it last as the pressures of a changing Europe make themselves felt on the Ottoman world?
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You can find images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/post/093-march-to-europeAs the Venetian war in Crete winds down, new ones…As the Venetian war in Crete winds down, new ones pop up with the Hapsburgs, Poles, and Russians. The Ottomans, led by the Köprülü Viziers are still expanding their territory and reforming themselves, but how long can it last as the pressures of a changing Europe make themselves felt on the Ottoman world?
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00:31:25Eric HalseynoOne of the most devastating wars in European history is coming to an end, shaping the continent for centuries to come. At the same time, a new state is rising on the Ottoman frontier, a great European power is in terminal decline, murder and intrigue are ravaging the palace, and a new dynasty is stepping up to rule the Empire.
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You can find images for this episode at: https://www.bghistorypodcast.com/post/092-the-reign-of-köprülüOne of the most devastating wars in European hist…One of the most devastating wars in European history is coming to an end, shaping the continent for centuries to come. At the same time, a new state is rising on the Ottoman frontier, a great European power is in terminal decline, murder and intrigue are ravaging the palace, and a new dynasty is stepping up to rule the Empire.
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00:30:19Eric HalseynoAn Ottoman governor goes rogue and starts a war, the Sultan marches East at the head of his army for the first time in decades, and palace intrigue threatens everyone alike.
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You can find images for this episode at: https://www.bghistorypodcast.com/post/091-palace-intrigueAn Ottoman governor goes rogue and starts a war, …An Ottoman governor goes rogue and starts a war, the Sultan marches East at the head of his army for the first time in decades, and palace intrigue threatens everyone alike.
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00:28:09Eric HalseynoAs the dynamic young Sultan Osman II tried to reform the Empire, it turns out the Empire would rather not be reformed. Rebellions, invasions, corruption, and murder follow as the Ottoman Empire continues its struggle to modernize in a fast changing world.
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You can find images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/posts/090-sunni-shiite-protestant-catholicAs the dynamic young Sultan Osman II tried to ref…As the dynamic young Sultan Osman II tried to reform the Empire, it turns out the Empire would rather not be reformed. Rebellions, invasions, corruption, and murder follow as the Ottoman Empire continues its struggle to modernize in a fast changing world.
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00:35:33Eric HalseynoThe Ottomans are being challenged by the Spanish on the seas, by the Safavids in the East, and by a chaotic political situation in the Balkans. Meanwhile, the Sultanate will experience an unprecedented transition of power and two mad men will lead whole regions of the Ottoman world into an uncertain future.
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You can find images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/posts/089-the-mad-king-and-the-mad-sultanThe Ottomans are being challenged by the Spanish …The Ottomans are being challenged by the Spanish on the seas, by the Safavids in the East, and by a chaotic political situation in the Balkans. Meanwhile, the Sultanate will experience an unprecedented transition of power and two mad men will lead whole regions of the Ottoman world into an uncertain future.
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00:29:35Eric HalseynoFrom taxes and the army to trade and the economy, the Ottoman Empire is changing. In the first half of this episode, we go over those changes as the 17th century finally dawns. Then, we see the Ottomans face a two front war as rebellions continue to tear the world apart as the Empires desperately search for some stability.
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You can find images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/posts/088-the-changing-empireFrom taxes and the army to trade and the economy,…From taxes and the army to trade and the economy, the Ottoman Empire is changing. In the first half of this episode, we go over those changes as the 17th century finally dawns. Then, we see the Ottomans face a two front war as rebellions continue to tear the world apart as the Empires desperately search for some stability.
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00:31:16Eric HalseynoFrom Thessaly to Anatolia and even in Bulgaria itself, rebellions continue to challenge Ottoman domination as a new force rises up to unite Moldavia, Romania, and Transylvania for the first time.
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00:33:18Eric HalseynoAs corruption and mismanagement ravage the Ottoman Empire, rebellions spread ever further and three vassal states finally rise up to fight the Sultan. But with changes of leadership, murder, coups, and massive armies all on the prowl, what will emerge from the ashes?
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You can find images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/posts/086-the-revenge-of-the-vassalsAs corruption and mismanagement ravage the Ottoma…As corruption and mismanagement ravage the Ottoman Empire, rebellions spread ever further and three vassal states finally rise up to fight the Sultan. But with changes of leadership, murder, coups, and massive armies all on the prowl, what will emerge from the ashes?
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00:26:59Eric HalseynoAs the Ottomans focus on fighting the Safavids off to the East, economic pressures are leading to increasing corruption and abuse of power throughout the Empire.
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You can find images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/posts/085-the-principalities-witherAs the Ottomans focus on fighting the Safavids of…As the Ottomans focus on fighting the Safavids off to the East, economic pressures are leading to increasing corruption and abuse of power throughout the Empire.
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00:31:27Eric HalseynoWith the coming of a fourth Ottoman-Venetian war, the power balance of the Mediterranean will be remade. Can Venice survive yet another Ottoman onslaught? Will the Christian powers of Europe unite to resist further Ottoman expansion in the Mediterranean?
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You can find images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/posts/084-lepantoWith the coming of a fourth Ottoman-Venetian war,…With the coming of a fourth Ottoman-Venetian war, the power balance of the Mediterranean will be remade. Can Venice survive yet another Ottoman onslaught? Will the Christian powers of Europe unite to resist further Ottoman expansion in the Mediterranean?
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00:34:30Eric HalseynoThe sons of Suleiman fight to the death to see who will control the Empire as geopolitics leads to the rising power of a class of powerful pirates in the Mediterranean. Meanwhile, a con man takes control of Moldavia and things get weird.
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You can find images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/posts/083-pirates-and-the-worlds-greatest-con-manThe sons of Suleiman fight to the death to see wh…The sons of Suleiman fight to the death to see who will control the Empire as geopolitics leads to the rising power of a class of powerful pirates in the Mediterranean. Meanwhile, a con man takes control of Moldavia and things get weird.
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00:28:19Eric HalseynoThis episode recaps the Ottoman civil war, the doubling of the Ottoman Empire under Sultan Selim, more intense fighting between the Hungarians and Austrians, and the rise of Sultan Suleiman to bring the Ottoman Empire to its Zenith.
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You can find images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/posts/082-ottoman-domination-part-2This episode recaps the Ottoman civil war, the do…This episode recaps the Ottoman civil war, the doubling of the Ottoman Empire under Sultan Selim, more intense fighting between the Hungarians and Austrians, and the rise of Sultan Suleiman to bring the Ottoman Empire to its Zenith.
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You can find images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/posts/082-ottoman-domination-part-2tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/565378110081 Looking Back on Ottoman Domination, Part 1Sun, 27 Jan 2019 15:21:36 +0000https://soundcloud.com/bulgarian-history-podcast/081-looking-back-on-ottoman-domination-part-1
00:29:20Eric HalseynoThis episode recaps the first century or so of Ottoman rule following the destruction of the Second Bulgarian Empire, focusing on the rise of Hungary, battles between the Ottomans and Venice, conquest of Constantinople, revolt of Skanderbeg, and fighting between the Ottomans and Moldavia and Wallachia.
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You can find images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/posts/081-ottoman-domination-part-1This episode recaps the first century or so of Ot…This episode recaps the first century or so of Ottoman rule following the destruction of the Second Bulgarian Empire, focusing on the rise of Hungary, battles between the Ottomans and Venice, conquest of Constantinople, revolt of Skanderbeg, and fighting between the Ottomans and Moldavia and Wallachia.
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You can find images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/posts/081-ottoman-domination-part-1tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/549076716080 Bulgarians in the Early Years of Ottoman DominationSun, 23 Dec 2018 14:14:58 +0000https://soundcloud.com/bulgarian-history-podcast/080-bulgarians-in-the-early-years-of-ottoman-domination
00:34:19Eric HalseynoOften, the Bulgarian experience in the Ottoman Empire is portrayed as a singular one. In this episode, I unpack why that's wrong by delving into the experience of all kinds of Bulgarians during the first two centuries of Ottoman rule.
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You can find images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/posts/080-bulgarians-early-years-ottoman-dominationOften, the Bulgarian experience in the Ottoman Em…Often, the Bulgarian experience in the Ottoman Empire is portrayed as a singular one. In this episode, I unpack why that's wrong by delving into the experience of all kinds of Bulgarians during the first two centuries of Ottoman rule.
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You can find images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/posts/080-bulgarians-early-years-ottoman-dominationtag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/538719063079 CrescendoSun, 02 Dec 2018 16:44:45 +0000https://soundcloud.com/bulgarian-history-podcast/079-crescendo
00:31:39Eric HalseynoThe Ottomans are pushing on all fronts, attempting to exert control in the Persian Gulf, Mediterranean Sea, and Central Europe. But as Suleiman grows older, the question lingers in the air: how much longer can the Ottoman Empire keep up its expansion?
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You can find a timeline, major characters list, and images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/posts/079-crescendoThe Ottomans are pushing on all fronts, attemptin…The Ottomans are pushing on all fronts, attempting to exert control in the Persian Gulf, Mediterranean Sea, and Central Europe. But as Suleiman grows older, the question lingers in the air: how much longer can the Ottoman Empire keep up its expansion?
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You can find a timeline, major characters list, and images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/posts/079-crescendotag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/536845890078 A New FrontierWed, 28 Nov 2018 18:59:53 +0000https://soundcloud.com/bulgarian-history-podcast/078-a-new-frontier
00:38:57Eric HalseynoAs Suleiman juggles wars in the East and the West, he finally takes the bold step of extending the frontier farther towards the heart of Europe. As intrigues swirl around the courts of Hungary, Moldavia, and Wallachia, these events will reshape the alliances of Europe several times over. When the dust settles, Suleiman will have to decide where he goes next.
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You can find a timeline, major characters list, and images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/posts/078-a-new-frontierAs Suleiman juggles wars in the East and the West…As Suleiman juggles wars in the East and the West, he finally takes the bold step of extending the frontier farther towards the heart of Europe. As intrigues swirl around the courts of Hungary, Moldavia, and Wallachia, these events will reshape the alliances of Europe several times over. When the dust settles, Suleiman will have to decide where he goes next.
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You can find a timeline, major characters list, and images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/posts/078-a-new-frontiertag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/531785862077 A Hungarian RequiemSun, 18 Nov 2018 17:04:36 +0000https://soundcloud.com/bulgarian-history-podcast/077-a-hungarian-requiem
00:28:10Eric HalseynoAs Sultan Suleiman marches toward the Hungarian border with the full might of the Ottoman Imperial Army at his back, who can stop him? The Hungarians? The Habsburgs?
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You can find a timeline, major characters list, and images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/posts/077-a-hungarian-requiemAs Sultan Suleiman marches toward the Hungarian b…As Sultan Suleiman marches toward the Hungarian border with the full might of the Ottoman Imperial Army at his back, who can stop him? The Hungarians? The Habsburgs?
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You can find a timeline, major characters list, and images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/posts/077-a-hungarian-requiemtag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/521190006076 Suleiman the MagnificentSun, 28 Oct 2018 18:04:35 +0000https://soundcloud.com/bulgarian-history-podcast/076-suleiman-the-magnificent
00:31:41Eric HalseynoAs a young man brimming with energy takes the Ottoman throne, the West is distracted. As shifting alliances and internal divisions turn one of the great European powers into a shadow of its former self, where will young Suleiman direct his wrath?
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You can find a timeline, major characters list, and images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/posts/076-suleiman-the-magnificentAs a young man brimming with energy takes the Ott…As a young man brimming with energy takes the Ottoman throne, the West is distracted. As shifting alliances and internal divisions turn one of the great European powers into a shadow of its former self, where will young Suleiman direct his wrath?
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You can find a timeline, major characters list, and images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/posts/076-suleiman-the-magnificenttag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/514162857075 The Fall of the EastSun, 14 Oct 2018 14:28:31 +0000https://soundcloud.com/bulgarian-history-podcast/075-the-fall-of-the-east
00:25:27Eric HalseynoThe West raises yet another crusade against the Ottomans as their new Sultan Selim I prepares for the greatest bout of conquest the Ottoman Empire has yet seen. By the time the smoke clears, the stage will be set for a new era of Ottoman history.
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You can find a timeline, major characters list, and images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/posts/075-the-fall-of-the-eastThe West raises yet another crusade against the O…The West raises yet another crusade against the Ottomans as their new Sultan Selim I prepares for the greatest bout of conquest the Ottoman Empire has yet seen. By the time the smoke clears, the stage will be set for a new era of Ottoman history.
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You can find a timeline, major characters list, and images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/posts/075-the-fall-of-the-easttag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/506971326074 A Return to ConquestSat, 29 Sep 2018 15:41:09 +0000https://soundcloud.com/bulgarian-history-podcast/074-a-return-to-conquest
00:30:11Eric HalseynoChaos engulfs Walachia and Moldavia while earthquakes and civil war come to the Ottomans. All the while, the rising power of the Safavids in the East will finally challenge the Ottomans. The results will set a new course for the Ottomans in the Middle East.
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You can find a timeline, major characters list, and images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/posts/074-a-return-to-conquestChaos engulfs Walachia and Moldavia while earthqu…Chaos engulfs Walachia and Moldavia while earthquakes and civil war come to the Ottomans. All the while, the rising power of the Safavids in the East will finally challenge the Ottomans. The results will set a new course for the Ottomans in the Middle East.
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You can find a timeline, major characters list, and images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/posts/074-a-return-to-conquesttag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/505134180073 The Second Ottoman-Venetian WarTue, 25 Sep 2018 20:29:39 +0000https://soundcloud.com/bulgarian-history-podcast/073-the-second-ottoman-venetian-war
00:29:32Eric HalseynoAs the Europeans attempt to pull together an alliance for another anti-Ottoman Crusade and a second Ottoman-Venetian war comes into play, can the European Powers set aside their differences?
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You can find a timeline, major characters list, and images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/posts/073-the-second-ottoman-venetian-warAs the Europeans attempt to pull together an alli…As the Europeans attempt to pull together an alliance for another anti-Ottoman Crusade and a second Ottoman-Venetian war comes into play, can the European Powers set aside their differences?
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You can find a timeline, major characters list, and images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/posts/073-the-second-ottoman-venetian-wartag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/490994847072 A Game of CrownsSun, 26 Aug 2018 20:13:42 +0000https://soundcloud.com/bulgarian-history-podcast/072-a-game-of-crowns
00:32:29Eric HalseynoTwo brothers will fight for the Hungarian throne as Eastern and Central Europe are reshaped by new rulers. Far to the West, a new continent is discovered and a new people are welcomed into the Ottoman Empire.
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You can find a timeline, major characters list, and images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/posts/072-a-game-of-crownsTwo brothers will fight for the Hungarian throne …Two brothers will fight for the Hungarian throne as Eastern and Central Europe are reshaped by new rulers. Far to the West, a new continent is discovered and a new people are welcomed into the Ottoman Empire.
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You can find a timeline, major characters list, and images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/posts/072-a-game-of-crownstag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/490452501071 Brother vs BrotherSat, 25 Aug 2018 13:44:42 +0000https://soundcloud.com/bulgarian-history-podcast/071-brother-vs-brother
00:29:23Eric HalseynoSultan Mehmed II's son Bayezid II has come to the throne while his brother starts a civil war to gain the throne for himself. The question as to how this second Ottoman Civil War will affect the Empire. How will Moldavia, Wallachia, Hungary, Poland, and others respond? This episode will also see the death of one of the greatest leaders of the region, while another such leader will reach a new low point in his struggle against the Ottomans.
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You can find images, a timeline, and more connected to this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/posts/071-brother-vs-brotherSultan Mehmed II's son Bayezid II has come to the…Sultan Mehmed II's son Bayezid II has come to the throne while his brother starts a civil war to gain the throne for himself. The question as to how this second Ottoman Civil War will affect the Empire. How will Moldavia, Wallachia, Hungary, Poland, and others respond? This episode will also see the death of one of the greatest leaders of the region, while another such leader will reach a new low point in his struggle against the Ottomans.
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You can find images, a timeline, and more connected to this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/posts/071-brother-vs-brothertag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/478839816070 Go WestMon, 30 Jul 2018 19:30:44 +0000https://soundcloud.com/bulgarian-history-podcast/070-go-west
00:25:23Eric HalseynoThe Ottomans are on the offensive following their victory over Venice. The question is: where will the blows strike and will Sultan Mehmed's enemies be able to resist? In the process the greatest fears of many in the West will finally come to pass.
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Find more info and images for each episode at www.bghistorypodcast.com/posts/070-go-westThe Ottomans are on the offensive following their…The Ottomans are on the offensive following their victory over Venice. The question is: where will the blows strike and will Sultan Mehmed's enemies be able to resist? In the process the greatest fears of many in the West will finally come to pass.
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Find more info and images for each episode at www.bghistorypodcast.com/posts/070-go-westtag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/472480770069 The Fall of AlbaniaMon, 16 Jul 2018 18:38:12 +0000https://soundcloud.com/bulgarian-history-podcast/episode-69
00:27:49Eric HalseynoFollowing his humiliation defeat in the depths of winter, Sultan Mehmed is out for revenge against Stephen the Great of Moldavia. Then, he's ready to end the 16 year long Ottoman-Venetian war once and for all. For Mehmed, it's come down to score settling.
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00:37:07Eric HalseynoFeeling secure in the Balkans despite his ongoing war with Venice, Sultan Mehmed moves to Anatolia to challenge another Turkic state challenging the Ottomans for dominance. Then, a small European power will challenge him for its life.
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Youtube video on the Battle of Otlukbeli: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qzEe07d_J7o
Youtube video on the Battle of Vaslui: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CKFhubbLQd0&t=13sFeeling secure in the Balkans despite his ongoing…Feeling secure in the Balkans despite his ongoing war with Venice, Sultan Mehmed moves to Anatolia to challenge another Turkic state challenging the Ottomans for dominance. Then, a small European power will challenge him for its life.
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Youtube video on the Battle of Vaslui: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CKFhubbLQd0&t=13stag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/458412453067 SkanderbegThu, 14 Jun 2018 19:18:26 +0000https://soundcloud.com/bulgarian-history-podcast/067-skanderbeg
00:36:12Eric HalseynoWith the Ottomans dominant in Morea, they can focus their full attention on Albania and Skanderbeg. The question is, can Skanderbeg continue to defeat the ever-larger Ottoman armies invading Albania and will the Italians and Venetians send the help they've promised?
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00:31:29Eric HalseynoMehmed's relentless expansion continues unabated as another kingdom falls and war begins with Venice. But can the Pope bring together a new crusade to resist the Ottomans?
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You can find images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/posts/066-the-ottoman-venetian-warMehmed's relentless expansion continues unabated …Mehmed's relentless expansion continues unabated as another kingdom falls and war begins with Venice. But can the Pope bring together a new crusade to resist the Ottomans?
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00:29:38Eric HalseynoAfter some setbacks, Sultan Mehmed really gets his conquests underway, mounting invasions in Anatolia, Albania, Greece, and Serbia. His moniker may come from Constantinople, but now we will see Mehmed Conquer.
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You can find images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/posts/065-mehmed-the-conquerorAfter some setbacks, Sultan Mehmed really gets hi…After some setbacks, Sultan Mehmed really gets his conquests underway, mounting invasions in Anatolia, Albania, Greece, and Serbia. His moniker may come from Constantinople, but now we will see Mehmed Conquer.
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00:31:41Eric HalseynoFollowing his conquest of Constantinople, Mehmed sets his eyes on new conquests: namely the destruction of Serbia.
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00:28:30Eric HalseynoIt's finally here, after years of preparation, Sultan Mehmed is ready to deal a killing blow to the Byzantine Empire. With an army at his back, he's coming for Constantinople.
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You can find images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/posts/063-the-death-of-byzantiumIt's finally here, after years of preparation, Su…It's finally here, after years of preparation, Sultan Mehmed is ready to deal a killing blow to the Byzantine Empire. With an army at his back, he's coming for Constantinople.
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00:30:25Eric HalseynoThe militant regent of Hungary John Hunyadi won't take no for an answer, so he musters the forces of the west for a final crusade.
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You can find images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/posts/062-a-final-crusadeThe militant regent of Hungary John Hunyadi won't…The militant regent of Hungary John Hunyadi won't take no for an answer, so he musters the forces of the west for a final crusade.
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00:29:04Eric HalseynoThe west gathers its strength for a strike at the Ottomans on Bulgarian lands with the last Bulgarian royal in tow. But what will they find on the shores of the Black Sea?
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Find more info and images for each episode at bghistorypodcast.comThe west gathers its strength for a strike at the…The west gathers its strength for a strike at the Ottomans on Bulgarian lands with the last Bulgarian royal in tow. But what will they find on the shores of the Black Sea?
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Find more info and images for each episode at bghistorypodcast.comtag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/406093092060 ConquestTue, 27 Feb 2018 19:28:03 +0000https://soundcloud.com/bulgarian-history-podcast/060-conquest
00:30:51Eric HalseynoThe new Sultan is still a teenager but he's got revolts to put down and enemies to conquer. But it's not going to be easy.
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You can find images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/posts/060-conquestThe new Sultan is still a teenager but he's got r…The new Sultan is still a teenager but he's got revolts to put down and enemies to conquer. But it's not going to be easy.
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You can find images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/posts/060-conquesttag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/404877603059 When Peace Won’t ComeSun, 25 Feb 2018 10:06:42 +0000https://soundcloud.com/bulgarian-history-podcast/059-when-peace-wont-come
00:28:39Eric HalseynoThe plan was that following the Ottoman Civil War, some peace and consolidation was what the Empire needed. But things turned out very differently...
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You can find images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/posts/059-when-peace-won-t-comeThe plan was that following the Ottoman Civil War…The plan was that following the Ottoman Civil War, some peace and consolidation was what the Empire needed. But things turned out very differently...
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00:26:41Eric HalseynoFollowing its disastrous loss at the Battle of Ankara and the capture of its Sultan Bayezid, the Ottoman Empire descends into civil war. Now, the Bulgarians, Wallachians, Byzantines, Hungarians, and Serbs are aiming to see what they can gain from the ensuing chaos.
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You can find images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/posts/058-war-in-the-house-of-osmanFollowing its disastrous loss at the Battle of An…Following its disastrous loss at the Battle of Ankara and the capture of its Sultan Bayezid, the Ottoman Empire descends into civil war. Now, the Bulgarians, Wallachians, Byzantines, Hungarians, and Serbs are aiming to see what they can gain from the ensuing chaos.
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00:29:47Eric HalseynoAs the West reels from the Battle of Nicopolis, Beyazid goes to Anatolia to challenge a powerful new rival fresh off building a massive empire in Central Asia. The outcome of their struggle will change everything for the Ottomans.
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You can find images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/posts/057-timurAs the West reels from the Battle of Nicopolis, B…As the West reels from the Battle of Nicopolis, Beyazid goes to Anatolia to challenge a powerful new rival fresh off building a massive empire in Central Asia. The outcome of their struggle will change everything for the Ottomans.
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You can find images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/posts/057-timurtag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/376626176056 Looking Back on the Second Bulgarian Empire, Part 2Sat, 30 Dec 2017 17:57:09 +0000https://soundcloud.com/bulgarian-history-podcast/056a
00:24:03Eric HalseynoThe second half of two shows recapping the history of the Second Bulgarian Empire.
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00:31:18Eric HalseynoThe first half of two shows recapping the history of the Second Bulgarian Empire.
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Find more info and images for each episode at bghistorypodcast.comThe first half of two shows recapping the history…The first half of two shows recapping the history of the Second Bulgarian Empire.
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Find more info and images for each episode at bghistorypodcast.comtag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/361445615054 Looking Back on Byzantine DominationMon, 27 Nov 2017 07:15:14 +0000https://soundcloud.com/bulgarian-history-podcast/054-looking-back-on-byzantine-domination
00:26:52Eric HalseynoAt the end of the Second Bulgarian Empire, let's recap what happened during the roughly 150 years of Byzantine Domination that led to the founding of that Empire.
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You can find images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/posts/054-looking-back-on-byzantine-dominationAt the end of the Second Bulgarian Empire, let's …At the end of the Second Bulgarian Empire, let's recap what happened during the roughly 150 years of Byzantine Domination that led to the founding of that Empire.
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You can find images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/posts/054-looking-back-on-byzantine-dominationtag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/358104002053 The End of EmpiresSun, 19 Nov 2017 20:32:18 +0000https://soundcloud.com/bulgarian-history-podcast/053-the-end-of-empires
00:29:11Eric HalseynoWith Bulgaria reduced to just Vidin, can a Crusade of the finest French knights and a Hungarian King finally change the balance of power in the Balkans. An Empire will end, the question is, which one?
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Find more info and images for each episode at bghistorypodcast.comWith Bulgaria reduced to just Vidin, can a Crusad…With Bulgaria reduced to just Vidin, can a Crusade of the finest French knights and a Hungarian King finally change the balance of power in the Balkans. An Empire will end, the question is, which one?
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Find more info and images for each episode at bghistorypodcast.comtag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/349294180052 Bayezid, The Lightning BoltMon, 30 Oct 2017 17:39:12 +0000https://soundcloud.com/bulgarian-history-podcast/bayezid-the-lightning-bolt
00:27:14Eric HalseynoFrom Anatolia to the Adriatic, from the Black Sea to Thessaly, Sultan Bayezid is expanding his empire in all directions. However, there are new challenges to Ottoman dominance coming.
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You can find images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/posts/052-bayezid-the-lightning-boltFrom Anatolia to the Adriatic, from the Black Sea…From Anatolia to the Adriatic, from the Black Sea to Thessaly, Sultan Bayezid is expanding his empire in all directions. However, there are new challenges to Ottoman dominance coming.
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You can find images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/posts/052-bayezid-the-lightning-bolttag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/347905172051 ResistanceSat, 21 Oct 2017 09:27:23 +0000https://soundcloud.com/bulgarian-history-podcast/051-resistance
00:27:51Eric HalseynoAs the Ottomans under Murad march to conquest to the East, North, South, and West, the people of the Balkans begin to resist. But will it be enough?
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You can find images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/posts/051-resistanceAs the Ottomans under Murad march to conquest to …As the Ottomans under Murad march to conquest to the East, North, South, and West, the people of the Balkans begin to resist. But will it be enough?
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00:27:59Eric HalseynoAs the Ottomans expand, the Balkan states gradually become simple vassals.
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00:25:00Eric HalseynoAs we reflect on the end of 4 decades of rule by Tsar Ivan Alexander, what can we see but a wasted golden age?
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You can find images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/posts/049-a-wasted-golden-ageAs we reflect on the end of 4 decades of rule by …As we reflect on the end of 4 decades of rule by Tsar Ivan Alexander, what can we see but a wasted golden age?
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00:33:54Eric HalseynoForces gather to check the growing power of the Ottomans but nothing goes according to plan.
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You can find images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/posts/048-a-disunited-fronttag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/339865692Podcast Extra 1Mon, 28 Aug 2017 17:06:36 +0000https://soundcloud.com/bulgarian-history-podcast/podcast-extra-1
00:09:58Eric HalseynoIn the first ever podcast extra, I explain how one of the worst terrorist attacks of the 20th century happened on Bulgarian soil, and how it relates to Game of Thrones.
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You can find images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/posts/podcast-extra-1In the first ever podcast extra, I explain how on…In the first ever podcast extra, I explain how one of the worst terrorist attacks of the 20th century happened on Bulgarian soil, and how it relates to Game of Thrones.
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You can find images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/posts/podcast-extra-1tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/339572567047 When All Wars Are Civil WarsSat, 26 Aug 2017 10:21:06 +0000https://soundcloud.com/bulgarian-history-podcast/047-when-all-wars-are-civil-wars
00:29:58Eric HalseynoAs the Byzantines, Serbs, and Bulgarians battle it out, there is one clear winner in it all. And it is in this moment, that all the wars become civil wars.
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Find more info and images for each episode at bghistorypodcast.comAs the Byzantines, Serbs, and Bulgarians battle i…As the Byzantines, Serbs, and Bulgarians battle it out, there is one clear winner in it all. And it is in this moment, that all the wars become civil wars.
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Find more info and images for each episode at bghistorypodcast.comtag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/334750322046 Tsar of the Serbs and the GreeksTue, 25 Jul 2017 13:13:57 +0000https://soundcloud.com/bulgarian-history-podcast/046-tsar-of-the-serbs-and-the-greeks
00:36:50Eric HalseynoCivil War returns to Byzantium as a new Empire emerges in the Balkans.
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You can find images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/posts/046-tsar-of-the-serbs-and-the-greekstag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/333709840045 Rise of the ShishmaniTue, 18 Jul 2017 12:36:29 +0000https://soundcloud.com/bulgarian-history-podcast/045-rise-of-the-shishmani
00:32:02Eric HalseynoA new Ruler rises out of Vidin, he's young, brash, confident, and ready to take on Serbia and the Byzantines. But he had no idea what lays in store for the first of the Shishmani to rule in Turnovo.
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You can find images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/posts/045-the-rise-of-the-shishmaniA new Ruler rises out of Vidin, he's young, brash…A new Ruler rises out of Vidin, he's young, brash, confident, and ready to take on Serbia and the Byzantines. But he had no idea what lays in store for the first of the Shishmani to rule in Turnovo.
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You can find images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/posts/045-the-rise-of-the-shishmanitag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/330864117044 OsmanFri, 30 Jun 2017 08:57:38 +0000https://soundcloud.com/bulgarian-history-podcast/043-osman
00:30:18Eric HalseynoCivil war comes to Constantinople, death comes to Turnovo, and Osman comes to Anatolia.
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You can find images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/posts/044-osmanCivil war comes to Constantinople, death comes to…Civil war comes to Constantinople, death comes to Turnovo, and Osman comes to Anatolia.
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00:29:49Eric HalseynoCoups, murders, and invasions continue as chaos surrounds the throne of Turnovo.
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00:29:27Eric HalseynoA paralyzed Tsar faces off against a world of enemies and a lowly pig farmer leads an empire-shattering rebellion.
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00:31:24Eric HalseynoAs Bulgaria wrestles with the prospect of civil war, a new Empire emerges. In this episode, the entire region is remade.
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00:33:03Eric HalseynoCan Bulgaria survive the fury of the Mongols and the reigns of children?
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00:43:18Eric HalseynoIn this episode, a Kingdom will become an Empire and an Empire will vanish. Alliances will be made and broken many times over, and Bulgaria will find itself at a pivotal moment.
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You can find images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/posts/039-kingdom-to-empire-empire-to-dustIn this episode, a Kingdom will become an Empire …In this episode, a Kingdom will become an Empire and an Empire will vanish. Alliances will be made and broken many times over, and Bulgaria will find itself at a pivotal moment.
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00:30:01Eric HalseynoWith the murder of Kaloyan, the extended members of the Asen family flee in all directions as Boril (the murderer?) comes to power. Can Boril hold onto the throne when family and foreign powers alike want him dead?
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00:27:40Eric HalseynoIn the aftermath of the fall of Constantinople, the world is more chaotic than it's been in living memory. How will Tsar Kaloyan respond?
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00:31:32Eric HalseynoThe Fourth Crusade goes wildly off track. The results will change everything.
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00:27:49Eric HalseynoAs the Byzantine Empire descends into chaos, three brothers all rise to become Tsars of the new Bulgarian state.
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You can find images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/posts/035-three-brothers-three-tsarsAs the Byzantine Empire descends into chaos, thre…As the Byzantine Empire descends into chaos, three brothers all rise to become Tsars of the new Bulgarian state.
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00:40:11Eric HalseynoAs the Komnenian Restoration collapses, what new empire will emerge from the ashes?
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00:25:37Eric HalseynoA Byzantine Emperor dreams of a new Roman Empire dominating the Mediterranean world. Where will his dreams take him and the European world?
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00:26:19Eric HalseynoCrusaders are heading for Jerusalem, someone is invading the Balkans, and the Seljuks are getting serious. Europe is changing fast, but where will it all lead?
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You can find images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/posts/déjà-vu-all-over-againCrusaders are heading for Jerusalem, someone is i…Crusaders are heading for Jerusalem, someone is invading the Balkans, and the Seljuks are getting serious. Europe is changing fast, but where will it all lead?
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00:31:15Eric HalseynoByzantium reaches new heights under a new Emperor and war returns to the Balkans. But what does it mean for Bulgaria?
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You can find images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/posts/032-the-komnenian-restorationByzantium reaches new heights under a new Emperor…Byzantium reaches new heights under a new Emperor and war returns to the Balkans. But what does it mean for Bulgaria?
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00:33:11Eric HalseynoWith Pechenegs, Seljuks, Cumans, and Crusaders are all at the gates. Who will remake the future of Bulgaria and the Balkans?
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00:33:38Eric HalseynoThe Normans are mounting a full invasion of the Byzantine controlled Balkans. After centuries away, the West is returning.
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You can find images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/posts/029-the-west-returnsThe Normans are mounting a full invasion of the B…The Normans are mounting a full invasion of the Byzantine controlled Balkans. After centuries away, the West is returning.
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00:31:57Eric HalseynoWhen the entire Byzantine world rises up against Constantinople, will the Bulgarians emerge from the ashes?
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00:32:37Eric HalseynoAs the Byzantines are assaulted on all sides, an uprising is prepared for a descendent of Tsar Samuil. Another head will be crowned, but can it remain?.
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You can find images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/posts/027-heavy-are-the-crownsAs the Byzantines are assaulted on all sides, an …As the Byzantines are assaulted on all sides, an uprising is prepared for a descendent of Tsar Samuil. Another head will be crowned, but can it remain?.
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00:24:36Eric HalseynoA series of poor emperors weaken the Byzantines, a Bulgarian finally sits on the imperial throne, and a traitor is revealed. But as the Byzantines falter, their enemies look on with anticipation.
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You can find images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/posts/026-if-byzantium-is-the-sheep-who-is-the-wolfA series of poor emperors weaken the Byzantines, …A series of poor emperors weaken the Byzantines, a Bulgarian finally sits on the imperial throne, and a traitor is revealed. But as the Byzantines falter, their enemies look on with anticipation.
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00:24:10Eric HalseynoIn this episode it's Domination, Rebellion, and more Domination. We're finally going to see how the Byzantines rule Bulgaria, and how the Bulgarians feel about being ruled.
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You can find images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/posts/025-domination-rebellion-dominationIn this episode it's Domination, Rebellion, and m…In this episode it's Domination, Rebellion, and more Domination. We're finally going to see how the Byzantines rule Bulgaria, and how the Bulgarians feel about being ruled.
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You can find images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/posts/025-domination-rebellion-dominationtag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/271370714024 Looking Back On The First Bulgarian Empire - Part 2Wed, 29 Jun 2016 00:00:00 +0000https://soundcloud.com/bulgarian-history-podcast/episode-24-looking-back-on-the-first-bulgarian-empire-part-2
00:26:10Eric HalseynoIn this episode we go look back at the second half of the First Bulgarian Empire in part 2 of a two part recap episode. Your support for these shows in appreciated.
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You can find images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/posts/024-looking-back-on-the-first-bulgarian-empire-part-2In this episode we go look back at the second hal…In this episode we go look back at the second half of the First Bulgarian Empire in part 2 of a two part recap episode. Your support for these shows in appreciated.
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You can find images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/posts/024-looking-back-on-the-first-bulgarian-empire-part-2tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/267618775023 Looking Back On The First Bulgarian Empire - Part 1Sun, 05 Jun 2016 00:00:00 +0000https://soundcloud.com/bulgarian-history-podcast/023-looking-back-on-the-first-bulgarian-empire-part-1
00:30:56Eric HalseynoIn this episode we go look back at the first half of the First Bulgarian Empire in part 1 of a two part recap episode. Your support for these shows in appreciated.
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You can find images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/posts/023-looking-back-on-the-first-bulgarian-empire-part-1In this episode we go look back at the first half…In this episode we go look back at the first half of the First Bulgarian Empire in part 1 of a two part recap episode. Your support for these shows in appreciated.
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You can find images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/posts/023-looking-back-on-the-first-bulgarian-empire-part-1tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/259240299022 The Fall Of The First Bulgarian EmpireFri, 15 Apr 2016 00:00:00 +0000https://soundcloud.com/bulgarian-history-podcast/022-the-fall-of-the-first-bulgarian-empire
00:21:36Eric HalseynoAnd so it has come to this. 337 years after Asparukh first defeated the Byzantines and established a new state on the fringe of their world that state has finally been destroyed. The dream fo so many Byzantine Emperors has been fulfilled. Now it remains to be seen what will happen to Bulgaria and the Bulgarians as they adjust to their new status as Byzantine subjects.
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You can find images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/posts/022-the-fall-of-the-first-bulgarian-empireAnd so it has come to this. 337 years after Aspar…And so it has come to this. 337 years after Asparukh first defeated the Byzantines and established a new state on the fringe of their world that state has finally been destroyed. The dream fo so many Byzantine Emperors has been fulfilled. Now it remains to be seen what will happen to Bulgaria and the Bulgarians as they adjust to their new status as Byzantine subjects.
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You can find images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/posts/022-the-fall-of-the-first-bulgarian-empiretag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/238265410021 The Bulgar SlayerSat, 19 Dec 2015 00:00:00 +0000https://soundcloud.com/bulgarian-history-podcast/021-the-bulgar-slayer
00:25:27Eric HalseynoThe story of Tsar Samuil comes to a close as one of the most consequential battles of Bulgarian history sends the First Bulgarian Empire towards its end.
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You can find images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/posts/021-the-bulgar-slayerThe story of Tsar Samuil comes to a close as one …The story of Tsar Samuil comes to a close as one of the most consequential battles of Bulgarian history sends the First Bulgarian Empire towards its end.
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00:21:26Eric HalseynoTsar Samuil fights back as the Byzantine Emperor Basil II takes his time stripping away territories and options. Each year Basil campaigns, the noose gets a little bit tighter...
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You can find images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/posts/020-the-tightening-nooseTsar Samuil fights back as the Byzantine Emperor …Tsar Samuil fights back as the Byzantine Emperor Basil II takes his time stripping away territories and options. Each year Basil campaigns, the noose gets a little bit tighter...
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00:34:38Eric HalseynoFollowing the collapse of the Western half of the Bulgarian Empire, the grandson of an Armenian King will take the reigns to fight disaster. But, how long can he succeed?
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You can find images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/posts/019-the-comet-burns-the-westFollowing the collapse of the Western half of the…Following the collapse of the Western half of the Bulgarian Empire, the grandson of an Armenian King will take the reigns to fight disaster. But, how long can he succeed?
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00:28:42Eric HalseynoBulgaria is caught between the might of the Kievan Rus and the fury of Byzantium. A Centuries old dynasty will fade to dust, but will Bulgaria perish as well? By a thread…
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You can find images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/posts/018-farewell-to-the-dynasty-farewell-to-the-eastBulgaria is caught between the might of the Kieva…Bulgaria is caught between the might of the Kievan Rus and the fury of Byzantium. A Centuries old dynasty will fade to dust, but will Bulgaria perish as well? By a thread…
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00:42:08Eric HalseynoThe Byzantine Empire faces one of the worst defeats in its history, an emperor is crowned beyond the walls of Constantinople, and Simeon the Great earns his title.
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You can find images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/posts/015-an-emperor-beyond-the-wallThe Byzantine Empire faces one of the worst defea…The Byzantine Empire faces one of the worst defeats in its history, an emperor is crowned beyond the walls of Constantinople, and Simeon the Great earns his title.
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00:23:14Eric HalseynoThe 10th century was a time of religious radicals. Bulgaria will fight for survival as hermits and heretics reject the very foundations of its power.
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You can find images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/posts/017-the-hermit-and-the-hereticThe 10th century was a time of religious radicals…The 10th century was a time of religious radicals. Bulgaria will fight for survival as hermits and heretics reject the very foundations of its power.
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00:21:03Eric HalseynoTsar Peter I, son of the conqueror Tsar Simeon attempts to bring peace to his Empire and allow it to enjoy the fruits of his father's conquests. But the world around Bulgaria isn't about to sit quietly. Can Peter hold onto the gains of his father and resist pressure from all sides?
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You can find images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/posts/016-a-peaceful-man-stands-aloneTsar Peter I, son of the conqueror Tsar Simeon at…Tsar Peter I, son of the conqueror Tsar Simeon attempts to bring peace to his Empire and allow it to enjoy the fruits of his father's conquests. But the world around Bulgaria isn't about to sit quietly. Can Peter hold onto the gains of his father and resist pressure from all sides?
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You can find images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/posts/016-a-peaceful-man-stands-alonetag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/224703598014 – A Master of The BalkansSun, 20 Sep 2015 09:26:39 +0000https://soundcloud.com/bulgarian-history-podcast/014-a-master-of-the-balkans
00:23:40Eric HalseynoThe young Tsar Simeon shows the world what he's made of, making a bold strike against the Byzantines and expanding Bulgaria's size to encompass nearly the entire Balkans. But how secure is his throne and can Bulgaria sustain all that he's won?
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You can find images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/posts/014-a-master-of-the-balkansThe young Tsar Simeon shows the world what he's m…The young Tsar Simeon shows the world what he's made of, making a bold strike against the Byzantines and expanding Bulgaria's size to encompass nearly the entire Balkans. But how secure is his throne and can Bulgaria sustain all that he's won?
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You can find images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/posts/014-a-master-of-the-balkanstag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/224703580012 Saint and TsarSun, 20 Sep 2015 09:26:25 +0000https://soundcloud.com/bulgarian-history-podcast/012-saint-and-tzar
00:48:04Eric HalseynoWith the new title comes a new religion as Tsar Boris attempts to transform Bulgaria into a Christian European power. But how will the devoutly pagan Boyars treat this change they've been fighting for decades? Then, in part 2 of the episode, we'll hear how saints Cyril and Methodius set the groundwork for an alphabet that will one day be used by hundreds of millions.
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You can find images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/posts/012-saint-and-tsarWith the new title comes a new religion as Tsar B…With the new title comes a new religion as Tsar Boris attempts to transform Bulgaria into a Christian European power. But how will the devoutly pagan Boyars treat this change they've been fighting for decades? Then, in part 2 of the episode, we'll hear how saints Cyril and Methodius set the groundwork for an alphabet that will one day be used by hundreds of millions.
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You can find images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/posts/012-saint-and-tsartag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/224703572013 - Bulgaria RebornSun, 20 Sep 2015 09:26:21 +0000https://soundcloud.com/bulgarian-history-podcast/013-bulgaria-reborn
00:29:59Eric HalseynoIt's time for the Pagans to strike back, as the Boyars and their ally take the throne and attempt to turn back the clock on Bulgaria's religious transformation.
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You can find images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/posts/013-bulgaria-rebornIt's time for the Pagans to strike back, as the B…It's time for the Pagans to strike back, as the Boyars and their ally take the throne and attempt to turn back the clock on Bulgaria's religious transformation.
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You can find images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/posts/013-bulgaria-reborntag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/224703316011 The Pagan Twilight and the Serbian DawnSun, 20 Sep 2015 09:23:22 +0000https://soundcloud.com/bulgarian-history-podcast/011-the-pagan-twilight-and-the-serbian-dawn
00:24:41Eric HalseynoConversion, fratricide, guerrilla warfare, and a rising power in the West are what greet the successors of Omurtag as an era of Bulgarian history draws to a close.
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You can find images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/posts/011-the-pagan-twilight-and-the-serbian-dawnConversion, fratricide, guerrilla warfare, and a …Conversion, fratricide, guerrilla warfare, and a rising power in the West are what greet the successors of Omurtag as an era of Bulgarian history draws to a close.
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You can find images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/posts/011-the-pagan-twilight-and-the-serbian-dawntag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/224703214010 - The BuilderSun, 20 Sep 2015 09:22:15 +0000https://soundcloud.com/bulgarian-history-podcast/010-omurtag-the-builder
00:22:47Eric HalseynoKrum is dead, and with him his dream of conquering Constantinople. Now, his son Omurtag is only a boy and it remains to be seen whether he can wrangle the Boyars and the Byzantines to save Bulgaria.
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You can find images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/posts/010-the-builderKrum is dead, and with him his dream of conquerin…Krum is dead, and with him his dream of conquering Constantinople. Now, his son Omurtag is only a boy and it remains to be seen whether he can wrangle the Boyars and the Byzantines to save Bulgaria.
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You can find images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/posts/010-the-buildertag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/224702992009 Khan KrumSun, 20 Sep 2015 09:20:18 +0000https://soundcloud.com/bulgarian-history-podcast/009-khan-krum
00:31:55Eric HalseynoA new Khan rises to power intent on crushing the Byzantines underfoot. The thing is, he just might have the cunning, skill, and brutality to do it.
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You can find images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/posts/009-khan-krumA new Khan rises to power intent on crushing the …A new Khan rises to power intent on crushing the Byzantines underfoot. The thing is, he just might have the cunning, skill, and brutality to do it.
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You can find images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/posts/009-khan-krumtag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/224702889008 Blood and Boyars (Part 2)Sun, 20 Sep 2015 09:19:06 +0000https://soundcloud.com/bulgarian-history-podcast/008-blood-and-boyars-ii
00:27:55Eric HalseynoThe Boyar reign of terror continues as they fight amongst themselves to decide the future of Bulgaria, and whether it will have a future. Will the pagan Proto-Bulgarians continue their dominance or will a new and more inclusive state form? Everything hangs in the balance.
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You can find images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/posts/008-blood-and-boyars-part-2The Boyar reign of terror continues as they fight…The Boyar reign of terror continues as they fight amongst themselves to decide the future of Bulgaria, and whether it will have a future. Will the pagan Proto-Bulgarians continue their dominance or will a new and more inclusive state form? Everything hangs in the balance.
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You can find images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/posts/008-blood-and-boyars-part-2tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/224702807007 Blood and Boyars (Part 1)Sun, 20 Sep 2015 09:18:09 +0000https://soundcloud.com/bulgarian-history-podcast/007-blood-and-boyars-i
00:19:50Eric HalseynoWith the central power of the Khans weakened, the noble Boyars have taken over. One after one, they murder and exile their way through leader after leader. The question is whether the state can survive the chaos as a strong new Byzantine Emperor takes the reigns and sets his sights on Bulgaria's destruction.
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You can find images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/posts/007-blood-and-boyars-part-1With the central power of the Khans weakened, the…With the central power of the Khans weakened, the noble Boyars have taken over. One after one, they murder and exile their way through leader after leader. The question is whether the state can survive the chaos as a strong new Byzantine Emperor takes the reigns and sets his sights on Bulgaria's destruction.
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You can find images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/posts/007-blood-and-boyars-part-1tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/224702765006 – The Fall of The House of DuloSun, 20 Sep 2015 09:17:47 +0000https://soundcloud.com/bulgarian-history-podcast/006-the-fall-of-the-house-of-dulo
00:27:28Eric Halseyno"Avitohol lived 300 years. His clan was Dulo and he ascended to the throne in the fourth year of the serpent."
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You can find images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/posts/006-the-fall-of-the-house-of-dulo"Avitohol lived 300 years. His clan was Dulo and …"Avitohol lived 300 years. His clan was Dulo and he ascended to the throne in the fourth year of the serpent."
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00:26:42Eric HalseynoSo we find Bulgaria at the beginning of the 8th century still dangerously positioned on what was so recently Byzantine land, sandwiched between one of the great empires of the day and a vast and dangerous steppe full of volatile tribes. But the new Bulgarian state had just survived what history has shown time and time again to be one of the most dangerous moments of statehood: a transition of power.
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You can find images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/posts/005-a-savior-of-europeSo we find Bulgaria at the beginning of the 8th c…So we find Bulgaria at the beginning of the 8th century still dangerously positioned on what was so recently Byzantine land, sandwiched between one of the great empires of the day and a vast and dangerous steppe full of volatile tribes. But the new Bulgarian state had just survived what history has shown time and time again to be one of the most dangerous moments of statehood: a transition of power.
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You can find images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/posts/005-a-savior-of-europetag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/224702250004 – The New State and The Eternal ChallengesSun, 20 Sep 2015 09:11:14 +0000https://soundcloud.com/bulgarian-history-podcast/004-the-new-state-and-the-eternal-challenges
00:21:43Eric HalseynoIn the last episode we discussed the complex and chaotic series of events which led to the breakup of the Old Great Bulgaria based around modern Ukraine. We saw how and why the Slavs and the Proto-Bulgarians under Asparukh migrated down into the Balkans and how the Byzantines failed to stop them in spectacular style.
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You can find images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/posts/004-the-new-state-and-the-eternal-challengesIn the last episode we discussed the complex and …In the last episode we discussed the complex and chaotic series of events which led to the breakup of the Old Great Bulgaria based around modern Ukraine. We saw how and why the Slavs and the Proto-Bulgarians under Asparukh migrated down into the Balkans and how the Byzantines failed to stop them in spectacular style.
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You can find images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/posts/004-the-new-state-and-the-eternal-challengestag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/224701832003 - Crossing the "Rubicon"Sun, 20 Sep 2015 09:05:05 +0000https://soundcloud.com/bulgarian-history-podcast/003-crossing-the-rubicon
00:21:54Eric HalseynoIt's the year 680. Byzantium marches with full strength to eradicate “a foul tribe” which has entered their borders fleeing an even more powerful steppe tribe behind them. What could go wrong?
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You can find images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/posts/003-crossing-the-rubiconIt's the year 680. Byzantium marches with full st…It's the year 680. Byzantium marches with full strength to eradicate “a foul tribe” which has entered their borders fleeing an even more powerful steppe tribe behind them. What could go wrong?
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You can find images for this episode at: www.bghistorypodcast.com/posts/003-crossing-the-rubicontag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/223504126002 Whose 5th Century Horse Tribe is it Anyway?Sat, 12 Sep 2015 09:18:18 +0000https://soundcloud.com/bulgarian-history-podcast/002-whose-5th-century-horse-tribe-is-it-anyway
00:25:06Eric HalseynoThe shifting contours of this debate have often reflected not only academic interest, but political ones. Today we discuss the very controversial topic of the Bulgarian origins.
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Find more info and images for each episode at bghistorypodcast.com/posts/002-whose-5th-century-horse-tribe-is-it-anywayThe shifting contours of this debate have often r…The shifting contours of this debate have often reflected not only academic interest, but political ones. Today we discuss the very controversial topic of the Bulgarian origins.
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Find more info and images for each episode at bghistorypodcast.com/posts/002-whose-5th-century-horse-tribe-is-it-anywaytag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/223504031000 IntroductionThu, 10 Sep 2015 00:00:00 +0000https://soundcloud.com/bulgarian-history-podcast/intro
00:07:21Eric HalseynoIntroduction to the series from Eric David Halsey. My background and hopes for this series.
You can find maps, information, and links where you can donate for great perks at bghistorypodcast.comIntroduction to the series from Eric David Halsey…Introduction to the series from Eric David Halsey. My background and hopes for this series.
You can find maps, information, and links where you can donate for great perks at bghistorypodcast.comtag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/223504062001 - The Balkan ContextMon, 07 Sep 2015 00:00:00 +0000https://soundcloud.com/bulgarian-history-podcast/001-the-balkan-context
00:20:06Eric HalseynoSeeing as the next 100+ episodes are going to be audio, it's essential to begin with a good picture of the basic geography of Bulgaria and the Balkans
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Find more info and images for each episode at bghistorypodcast.comSeeing as the next 100+ episodes are going to be …Seeing as the next 100+ episodes are going to be audio, it's essential to begin with a good picture of the basic geography of Bulgaria and the Balkans
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